The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 00949 sells for about $185,000, or $135 per square foot.
Prices are up +3.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 68 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $721 a month.
ZIP 00949 — Toa Baja
The housing market in 00949 remains stable with modest price appreciation driven by limited inventory and consistent local demand. While the area faces challenges related to flood risk and economic headwinds, it continues to serve as a primary residential hub for the San Juan metro periphery. Current data reflects a market where affordability is the primary driver for local buyers.
This ZIP is best suited for local families and long-term residents seeking established suburban housing within reach of San Juan. It is less attractive to investors seeking high-growth appreciation but offers stable, affordable living options.
Median prices moved up 3.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 68 days on market with 7.1 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 96.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 7.8% · poverty 31.0% — a mixed stability profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.4%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 4.8%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net outflow — more people moved out than in
ZCTA 00949, Puerto Rico
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Crime rates in the Levittown area are generally consistent with regional averages for the San Juan metropolitan periphery. Local authorities report stable trends, though property crime remains a primary concern for residents.
Public schools in the Toa Baja municipality generally face challenges with resource allocation and performance metrics compared to private institutions in the San Juan metro area. Most schools are part of the Puerto Rico Department of Education system.
The area is subject to significant flood risks due to its low-lying coastal geography and proximity to the La Plata River. Insurance premiums are heavily influenced by FEMA flood zone designations and hurricane wind coverage requirements.
Economic momentum is driven by local retail, service-sector employment, and proximity to San Juan's industrial hubs. Development is largely infill-focused due to the built-out nature of the Levittown community.
Property taxation is administered by the Municipal Revenue Collection Center (CRIM). Rates are determined by municipal ordinances and the assessed value of the property, with specific exemptions available for primary residences (homestead).
Commuting to the San Juan employment core typically involves heavy traffic on PR-22 or PR-167. Public transit options are limited, making personal vehicle ownership essential for most residents.
The area features access to the Levittown Lakes, local community parks, and proximity to the northern coastline beaches. Shopping is concentrated in local plazas and the nearby Plaza del Sol mall.
The rental market is characterized by steady demand from local families and a growing presence of short-term rentals catering to visitors. Vacancy pressure remains low due to limited new housing supply.
The economy is anchored by retail, local government services, and small-scale manufacturing. Many residents commute to the San Juan metropolitan area for professional and industrial employment.
The area is served by major highway corridors including PR-22 and PR-167. Public transportation is largely limited to private bus services and ride-sharing.
Development is primarily focused on the revitalization of existing commercial corridors and municipal infrastructure improvements. No major new residential master-planned communities are currently under construction.
The Municipal Revenue Collection Center (CRIM) manages property assessments for the entire island, utilizing a centralized system for tax collection and valuation.
Parcels are subject to municipal property taxes and standard utility service districts. There are no significant MUD or PID structures common in the mainland US.
Property insurance is essential due to high hurricane and flood risk. Premiums have trended upward following recent major storm events in Puerto Rico.
Net domestic migration has historically been negative, reflecting broader trends in Puerto Rico, though local population remains dense.
Foreclosure in Puerto Rico is a judicial process requiring court intervention, which can result in extended timelines for lenders.
Sellers are required to provide a disclosure statement regarding the physical condition of the property, including known defects and flood history.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA 00949 profile.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
A central feature of the community providing recreational space.
Major regional shopping mall located in nearby Bayamón serving the area.
Coastal boardwalk area offering walking paths and scenic views.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.